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Abarth Steering and Suspension in Morpeth

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Issues with your Abarth's Power Steering or tracking? Worn shock absorbers, or an undiagnosed knocking noise? Whatever the issue, we have almost 8,000 registered garages nationwide, waiting to diagnose it. Compare quotes and reviews, and pick a specialist in Morpeth to resolve the problem!

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Service carried out as requested. Very efficient and friendly staff. I'd definitely use this company in the future.

24.06.17

Martin, Ford Focus

very nice people and good service , will go there for my next one too

31.05.17

shantanu, Volkswagen Passat

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17.03.17

Christopher, MINI Hatch

I had a price for a timing belt and water pump replacement I also asked them to do further work including welding and a rear brake caliper replacement I received a full quote and that was the price I paid I am happy with the work done the staff were very honest and helpful I would recommend them to anyone as an independent garage as giving you piece of mind.

The 50,000 miles service was carried on time and on budget, with recommendations to consider new brakes pads on the front within 1500 miles and cracked tyres on the rear were noticed, consider renewal sooner rather than later, however no pressure tactics were applied and would certianly recommend them to anyone wanting a similar service.

I would definitely recommend TDL for many reasons- firstly I rang on a Friday morning and they fitted me in later the same morning! I was shown step by step the process of regenerating the air con as well as being given valuable advice regarding its use in the future. Coffee (as promised on the phone!) arrived immediately and despite arriving early for the appointment, my car went straight in (literally!) to be hooked up. Very friendly staff, family run business who operate a professional service ,with reasonable prices and even pick up and deliver your car if requested. I will certainly be calling again for other quotes and envisage I would use them again in the future with confidence! Thanks Trevor, Trudi and the team!

22.07.17

adam, Skoda Octavia

I'm very pleased to have found this garage close to home, very efficient personal service and competitive on cost. Thank you Trevor and Trudy, I was fully confident that the work would be carried out to a high standard and will certainly be using you again. Many thanks.

Hopefully our FAQ section has answered some of the questions you may have about the steering and suspension systems. However, if you would like more information, we have the produced the following guide to help you understand the subject in greater detail.

The steering and suspension in your Abarth make it possible to control your vehicle and make the ride comfortable.

These two systems are connected and work in tandem which is why they are grouped as one job type by mechanics.

Steering

Today there are two basic types of steering systems; Standard Mechanical / Rack and Pinion steering.

The major difference between the two is that the Rack and Piston system has less parts and pivot points, which results in more accurate control and higher responsiveness.

However, this system has a higher chance of leakage which means the steering rack assembly typically requires replacement more often than Standard Mechanical steering.

Suspension

Suspension is essentially the shock absorbing part of a Abarth which allows your car to keep its wheels in firm contact with the road while maintaining traction, it also helps provide passengers with a comfortable ride.

The suspension in your car is mainly comprised of springs and shock absorbers which come in all shapes and sizes depending on the vehicle.

Suspension removes a huge amount of vibration and bumps from a Abarth as well as internal noise, so it will be noticeable if something is broken!

Even if your car drives smoothly and comfortably it is always a good idea to have the steering and suspension checked at least once a year.

There are many forces being applied to your steering and suspension as you drive along which means the two systems can be subject to stress from every angle. This means there are many areas which could be affected by driving.

Maintenance tips

To help you understand more, here are common problems and their likely causes;

Abarth leans or pulls in one direction

Tires are worn out more on one side

Steering linkage loose or worn out

One brake is dragging/isn’t released

Wheels aren’t aligned

Tire pressure uneven

Steering wheel vibrates

Warped or damaged brake rotors/ drums

Loose wheel lug nuts

Out of balance wheel and tire assemblies

Loose steering linkage

Bent or damaged wheels

Worn/damaged tires

Hard to turn wheel (feels like dragging)

Low tire pressure

Wheels out of alignment

Power steering box/rack/power steering pump damaged

Low fluid in power steering

Power steering drive belt damaged

Steering gear requires lubrication

Noise when turning a corner

Steering belt damaged/loose

Fluid in the power steering has air which needs to be bled from the system

Low fluid in power steering

Loose/damage steering mounts

Loose steering

Steering linkage is worn out or loose

Steering box needs to be turned

Bouncy car

Worn out shock absorbers

Broken or bent shock mounts

No power steering

No fluid in the power steering system

Faulty power steering pump

Broken steering belt

Contaminated fluid in power steering

Low tire pressure

Wandering car

Weight within the car is unevenly distributed

Wheels out of alignment

Weak springs

Loose steering linkage

Steering wheel jerks

Steering drive belt damaged/loose

Low fluid in power steering

Engine idling too low

Power steering linkage rubbing against something

It is absolutely vital that you pay attention to your car and make sure to keep this information in mind.

If you ignore the signs that your Abarth is showing, you are taking a safety risk.

Finding a mechanic you can trust to do a good job and charge a fair price, is not always easy which is why we simplified the process.

We work with a network of 8,000 mechanics and garages across the UK so we can find competitive steering and suspension repair deals for you.

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You can then compare the quotes and read reviews from previous customers to find the best deal in Morpeth, before booking the steering or suspension repair online.